Nigeria, Nupe Peoples, Terra Cotta Storage Vessels (etso), Ca. 20th Century, Dia. 11.5" 2 pcs | the shorter vessel is 17", while the taller is 21". These vessels may have also been used as stands to support other vessels. Both have highly decorated surfaces; the shorter vessel features 2 handles and multiple convex circles below the flaring top. the taller vessel has geometric designs and incised lines across the surface. Many Nupe vessels were created by women potters, and the curving forms are thought to refer to the female body. Provenance: Property from a Bloomfield Township, MI private collection.

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